India's Village's ODF Status - Indiagraphs

India’s Villages Move to ODF Plus Status — But Gaps Remain

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A new update from the Ministry of Jal Shakti shows that India has made significant progress under Swachh Bharat Mission (Grameen) Phase II. As of 13 August 2025, over 5.66 lakh villages have been declared ODF Plus (Open Defecation Free Plus) — meaning they not only sustain toilet usage but also manage solid and liquid…

Swach Bharat Mission Fund Allocation - Indiagraphs

Swachh Bharat Mission 2025: New Support for Rural Sanitation

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The Ministry of Jal Shakti, in a Rajya Sabha reply today (18 Aug), shared the latest allocations under Swachh Bharat Mission (Grameen) Phase-II. Villages must set up compost pits, soak pits, and greywater management systems, with per capita financial aid of ₹60 (population ≤5,000) and ₹45 (above 5,000) for solid waste. For greywater, support rises…